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shapely Synonyms

Another word for shapely

Choosing another word for shapely depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having a pleasing, attractive, or well-proportioned physical form (especially of a person's body or limbs).

Usage Example

"The dancer was admired for her graceful posture and well-proportioned legs."

Strongest
well-proportioned
Strong
curvaceous
curvy
statuesque
voluptuous
comely

• adjective (Context 2)

Having a neat, symmetrical, or aesthetically pleasing structure or outline (of an object, plant, or artistic work).

Usage Example

"The gardener pruned the overgrown boxwood into a symmetrical hedge."

Strong
symmetrical
proportional
proportionate
balanced
graceful
harmonious

Opposites of shapely

The opposite of shapely shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

shapeless
formless
misshapen
amorphous
lopsided
disproportionate
asymmetrical
ungainly
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Shapely. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/shapely
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